Associate (Knowledge)

CHANDLER INSTITUTE OF GOVERNANCE PTE. LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A governance research institute in Singapore is seeking an Associate (Knowledge) for a 6-month internship. The role involves supporting research, documentation, stakeholder engagement, and programme management. Ideal candidates are undergraduate students or recent graduates in public policy, political science, or related fields with strong research and drafting skills. This position offers the flexibility to work full-time or part-time.

Qualifications

• Second or third-year undergraduate student or recent graduate.
• Interested in global trends in governance and public policy.
• Strong command of written English.

Responsibilities

• Assist with literature scans, peer review, and data source verification.
• Maintain data-source registers and update project trackers.
• Coordinate correspondence and meetings with stakeholders.

Skills

Research and data analysis skills

Drafting ability

Project management skills

Stakeholder management skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Undergraduate degree in public policy, political science, data analytics, economics, law, or a related field

Graduate studies (Masters, PhDs) in relevant fields

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Opportunity

CIG is looking for an Associate (Knowledge) to support the development, distribution and promotion of the CGGIand related index initiatives. This is a full-time, 6‑month internship.

Responsibilities

1. Research & Documentation

• Index methodology, data sources, and research: Assist with literature scans, peer review, and data source verification for CGGI and other index projects. Support methodology checks and updates. Perform basic checks of applicable laws and regulations on data use and attribution under guidance.
• Documentation and materials development: Maintain data-source registers for each index, in line with established standards and attribution requirements. Update project trackers, timelines and repositories. Assistin developing presentation materials, briefing notes and meeting minutes to support internal reviews and external communications.
• Website maintenance: Propose practical improvements to navigation and user experience. Under the team’s guidance, support updates to CGGI web content.

2. Programme Management & Outreach

• Stakeholder engagement: Coordinate correspondence and meetings with data providers, expert advisors, partner organisations, and vendors to support the development and promotion of CGGI and other index projects.
• Distribution management: Update and manage distribution lists used to disseminate CGGI and other knowledge products. Support mail‑outs in line with established SOPs.
• Other administrative and logistical duties, as required.

Requirements and Experience

• This internship can be performed on a full‑time or part‑time basis for a minimum period of six months.
• Full‑time associates will work for an average of 40 hours a week. Part‑time associates will work for an average of 15 to 20 hours a week. Responsibilities, terms and remuneration will be commensurate.
• A second or third‑year undergraduate student, or recent graduate, in public policy, political science, data analytics, economics, law, or a related field.
• Graduate students (Masters, PhDs) in relevant fields are also welcome.
• Interested in global trends in governance and public policy.
• Strong research and data analysis skills.
• Excellent drafting ability and a strong command of written English.
• Sound project management and stakeholder management skills, with attention to detail and an ability to meet deadlines.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (expertise in Excel is valued).